DRC Congo – Medicine Man
While walking through a district of Kinshasa we found a ‘Medicine Man’ that advertised that he had cures for all sorts of ailments as...
Guide to Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park
The Volcanoes National park is the prime destination in Rwanda because it is a home to the critically endangered mountain gorillas (Gorilla beringei beringei)....
Cape to Cairo, overland trip 2015-2016!
Noel and I are planning Maggie’s 7th trip through southern and east Africa from Nov 2015-2016. Here is a map of the route we...
Gorilla Trekking Encounters: Wildlife Experiences that Left Us Breathless
Coming face to face with these giants is a very powerful experience. This is the moment of truth since after a long, sweaty mix-up;...
Border Crossing: South Africa to Lesotho (and back)
Like many overland border crossings in Southern Africa, crossing from South Africa to Lesotho and back again was no problem at all. Minimal hassle, and...
Self Driving in Tanzania
With over 100 private and licensed car hire companies, it is very possible for one to hire a car in Tanzania for self-drive experience...
Botswana – San Contemporary Art
When leaving Shakawe heading south you will pass D’kar which is near Ghansi.
This is where you find the Kuru Art centre. It is...
A Classic Self-Drive in Uganda
Considering a self-drive package for your holiday is more rewarding with freedom and flexibility than the full handled trips. Taking a self-drive in Uganda...
Why You Should Visit Rwanda in 2022
Rwanda is one of those little gems growing into big ecotourism destination. It is one place a traveler should travel to before he/she dies....
Overlanding Lesotho: a week in the Mountain Kingdom
After leaving the Drakensberg mountains, we headed for the Mountain Kingdom of Lesotho. One of Africa’s most mountainous countries, Lesotho does not fail to disappoint the overland traveller.
We...